Charles Oliveira vs Frankie Edgar — Fight recap

Frankie Edgar defeated Charles Oliveira via unanimous decision over three rounds on July 6, 2013, with referee Yves Lavigne officiating. Edgar's superior striking efficiency and control defined the bout, as he landed 81 of 146 significant strikes (55%) compared to Oliveira's 38 of 125 (30%).

Edgar also secured two takedowns while Oliveira managed zero of four attempts, and dominated control time 5:01 to 0:01. The striking disparity extended to the body, where Edgar landed 23 of 29 shots versus Oliveira's 7 of 17, showcasing Edgar's ability to vary his attack while Oliveira struggled to find range and execute his wrestling.

Edgar's footwork and distance management kept him in command throughout, preventing Oliveira from establishing any meaningful offensive rhythm. The victory reinforced Edgar's status as a top featherweight contender while Oliveira, despite his submission attempt, needed to recalibrate his approach against elite competition.